Vox&hops

Charles Elliott & Eliseo Garcia of Abysmal Dawn & I have a conversation about being one of the last bands on tour before the pandemic, if they have become more of a craft beer enthusiasts, how they have been filling the void, remaining in contact with their fans, when will touring return, the impact of the pandemic on the record industry, their hangover cures, Charles' facial hair & meeting Fred Armisen. Throughout this chat Charles was drinking North Coast Brewing's "Scrimshaw" pilsner, Eliseo was drinking 4 Buds Brewing's "Dinosaur Hair" & Matt was drinking Mellön 's "Ce Soir Lager est dans tes yeux" which was a glorious India Pale Lager that was hopped with Motueka & Nelson Sauvin Hops. This brand-new brewery are basically my neighbors & I was very stoked to be invited to visit them tonight. This brew pours out with a light yellowish veil, smashed a sweet melon nose & slaps a crisp cereal malty finish & 5e Baron 's "Améthyste". This fantastic NEIPA clocked in with a 7% ABV & poured out with a hazy yellow v

Prika Amaral of Nervosa & I have a conversation about how she coped with 2020, her 1st brews, the Brazilian Craft Beer Scene, the soundtrack to her youth, gravitating towards the guitar, the Brazilian Metal Scene, her 1st shows, staying healthy on the road, Perpetual Chaos, a new lineup, young bands we should watch, a Nervosa Brew & her hangover cure. Throughout this interview, we luckily were enjoying OverHop Canada & OverHop Brazil's "Reddish" the Hoppy Double Red Ale!!! This brew poured out with a dark red veil, radiated a sweet malty nose, slammed a bitter sugary finish!! It clocked in with a surprising 7.9% ABV. Mad love to the OverHop crew for making this possible!!! This is a Heavy Montreal presents Vox&Hops episode! Heavy Montreal is Montreal's premier metal promoter. They host one of North America's best Metal Festivals & present countless amazing events during the rest of the year. I am truly honored & extremely excited to have them involved in the podcast. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal A

Jeremy Gomez of Red Method & I have a conversation about how he coped with 2020, his 1st brews, growing up in Gibraltar, the soundtrack of his youth, discovering his voice, staying healthy on the road, the future of touring, the resurgence of Nu Metal & his hangover cure. Throughout this interview, Jeremy was drinking Beavertown Brewery 's "Bloody 'Ell" Blood Orange IPA & I was enjoying Kahnawake Brewing Co.'s "Jaromir Lager" the Světlý Ležák!! Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!! *** Thanks to our friends at Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. for sponsoring this episode! *** Photo Credit: Scott Chalmers Episode Links: Website: https://www.voxandhops.com/ Join The Vox&Hops Mailing List: http://eepurl.com/hpu9F1 Red Method: https://redmethod.bigcartel.com/ Beavertown Brewery: http://www.beavertownbrewery.co.uk K

James Durbin & I have a conversation about how he coped with 2020, his 1st brews, the soundtrack to his youth, what he learnt on American Idol, how he lured Zakk Wylde on Idol, being a spokesperson for Autism & Tourette's Syndrome, his late night adventures with Chris Jericho, his time with Quiet Riot, why he left Quiet Riot, The Beast Awakens, if he has ever listened to extreme metal, touring backyards & his hangover cure. Throughout this interview, James was drinking Sierra Nevada 's "Hazy Little Thing IPA" while I enjoyed Le Bazaar - Brasserie Artisanale inc.'s "Wow". This Non-Alcoholic NEIPA it poured out with a light veiled haze, radiated pineapple on the nose, it slammed a lightly sweet somewhat tangy finish & it is ultra refreshing. It is quite a unique brew & it is absolutely delicious. This is a Heavy Montreal presents Vox&Hops episode! Heavy Montreal is Montreal's premier metal promoter. They host one of North America's best Metal Festivals & present countless amazing events during the rest of the y

Dave Sherman of The Road To Rehab & I have a conversation about becoming an addiction counselor, his 1st drink, working in the music industry, why artists trust him, how 2020 affected addicts, helping artists on tour, why alcohol is socially acceptable, helping artists after tour, advice for people who may be struggling & the best part of Covid. Throughout this interview, Dave was drinking Sprouts Farmers Market's "Lime Sparkling Water" & Matt was enjoying Hoplark HopTea's "The Calm One". This sparkling water beverage was brewed with Chamomile Tea as well as with Citra Hops. It has no calories, no sugar & no alcohol. It is an excellent substitution if you do not want the alcohol but still crave the Hops! Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!! *** Thanks to our friends at Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. for spo

Finn Mckenty of The Punk Rock MBA & I have a conversation about how he coped with 2020, the soundtrack of his youth, his 1st shows, why he hates beer, no urge to explore alcohol or drugs, why he launched The Punk Rock MBA, what the biggest challenges are to keep it running, learning from the comment section, the best advice he received before he started, why he launched The Punk Rock MBA Podcast, his new Book, his hangover cure & what the best part of Covid has been for him. Throughout this interview, Finn was drinking water while I enjoyed Bière Sans Alcool - BSA 's "Sour" which poured out with a very light yellow veil, radiated tropical fruits such as mango & papaya on the nose, slammed citrus & a slightly tangy sour finish. It was extremely refreshing & delicious. It clocked in with a 0.5% ABV. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest

Michael Alvarez of Flub & I have a conversation about how he coped with 2020, the soundtrack to his youth, his 1st shows, playing Montreal, being Sober, his last brew, how he was managed to stay Sober, where he has found support, his 1st Sober tour, taking the stage Sober, his advice for anyone who is struggling, how he has been filling the void & what the best part of the pandemic has been for him. Throughout this interview, Michael was drinking Signature SELECT Water Seltzer & I was drinking Ras L'Bock's "Matinée - Extra Light". This non-alcoholic IPA poured out with a slightly milky yellowish veil, snapped ripe oranges on the nose, slammed a mild hoppy bite with a tangerine finish & was an excellent brew!!! I strongly suggest this non-alcoholic option to anyone that is looking for a Hoppy booze free alternative! This is a Heavy Montreal presents Vox&Hops episode! Heavy Montreal is Montreal's premier metal promoter. They host one of North America's best Metal Festivals & present countless amazing events dur

Jerome Gagnon & Yann Carrière of Bière Sans Alcool (BSA) & I have a conversation about launching their brand in the middle of a pandemic, their 1st brews, why start with an IPA, their origin story, how to make non-alcoholic beer, where they draw inspiration, using natural flavors in beer, if they were ever metalheads & their hangover cure. Throughout this interview, we were enjoying Bière Sans Alcool (BSA)'s "IPA Douce". This Smooth IPA, poured out with a slightly milky veil, radiated tropical fruits on the nose, had a lightly bitter smooth fruity finish & was insanely refreshing. It clocked in with a 0.5% ABV. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!! *** Thanks to our friends at Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. for sponsoring this episode! *** Episode Links: Website: https://www.voxandhops.com/ Join The Vox&Hops

Al Bourbouhakis of Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. have a conversation about how we met, how he coped with 2020, taking a break from alcohol, how he got into the Hot Sauce industry, getting his products on Hot Ones, putting flavor first, using Craft Beer in his recipes, collaborating with bands, if he still plays drums & the Heartbeat Hot Sauce factory playlist. Throughout this interview, Al was drinking Hill Street Beverage Company 's Non-Alcoholic "Craft Lager" & I was enjoying Le Bazaar - Brasserie Artisanale inc. 's "Wow" Non-Alcoholic NEIPA! This Non-Alcoholic NEIPA poured out with a light veiled haze, radiated pineapple on the nose, it slammed a lightly sweet somewhat tangy finish & it is ultra refreshing. It is quite a unique brew & it was absolutely delicious. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!! ***

Petri Lindroos of Ensiferum & I have a conversation about how he coped with 2020, the soundtrack of his youth, his 1st shows, playing Montreal, having to quit drinking in order to keep playing guitar, crafting a new identity, his 1st sober gig, some positive changes, if it affected his relationship with his bandmates, what was his plan B, rediscovering his love for guitar, writing a new album as well as potential Solo record & what was his hangover cure. Throughout this interview Petri was was drinking a Hot Chocolate & I was drinking Bière Sans Alcool - BSA's "Sour Framboise"!!! This Non-Alcoholic brew poured out with a gorgeous red veil, slammed fruity vibes on the nose, smashed a tart yet sweet raspberry finish & was quite refreshing. It clocked in with a 0.5% ABV. Get ready for this Friday because Jerome & Yann of BSA will be my guests on Vox&Hops Episode 233. This is a Heavy Montreal presents Vox&Hops episode! Heavy Montreal is Montreal's premier metal promoter. They host one of North America's best Meta

Christian Degen the session bassist of AHAB & I have a conversation about how he coped with 2020, his 1st brews, what exactly happens when we ingest alcohol, being drunk, binge drinking vs low intake everyday, if there are any positive side effects, why we tend to drink too much, the infamous beer gut, Blackouts, breaking the seal, why we get hangovers & the Vox&Hops Alumni Hangover Truth or Myth. Throughout this interview Christian was drinking Brand Bier 's Non-Alcoholic IPA & Matt was drinking La Bête Lumineuse's "Fantômas" the strawberry, rhubarb, Haskap berry & pineapple Kombucha which was brewed out of Le Saint-Bock - Brasserie Artisanale ! Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!! *** Thanks to our friends at Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. for sponsoring this episode! *** Photo Credit: Marco Wenzel Episod

Keith Wampler of The Convalescence & I have a conversation about how he coped with 2020, if his Craft Beer palate has evolved, getting two movies on Amazon Prime, setting up a movie premier in his hometown of Toledo Ohio, his role as a band manager, his hangover cure, why the band wears makeup, a dream tour, how the music industry has responded to the pandemic & The Return. Throughout this interview Keith was drinking a Budweiser...I love him so I allowed it. While I was enjoying La Barberie's "Placebo". This Non-Alcoholic Sour Raspberry Ale poured out with a gorgeous red veil, smashed fruitful raspberry vibes on the nose, slapped a tart, sweet & fruity finish & was delicious. It is a great alternative brew for when you are looking to abstain from alcohol. It clocked in with a 0.5% ABV. This Interview was recorded in front of The Vox&Hops Thirsty Thursday Gang! Photo Credit: Luke Steffens Episode Links: Website: https://www.voxandhops.com/ Join The Vox&Hops Mailing List: http://eepurl.com/hpu9F1 Join the Vox&

Matt Young of King Parrot & CrisisAct & I have a conversation about how he coped with 2020, launching his new project CrisisAct, becoming Sober, working in a drug & alcohol rehabilitation center, rediscovering his identity, applying the 12 Steps Program to the band, advice for anyone who is struggling, how he will tackle alcohol with his children, a sober stage persona & the silver lining of the pandemic. Throughout this interview Matt was drinking a Dirty Chai & I was drinking Brasserie Les 2 Frères ' "Hickson - Non-Alcoholic IPA"! This N/A IPA poured out with a slightly veiled dark yellow veil, slammed citrus on the nose, smashed a slightly bitter yet refreshing finish & was refreshing. This is a Heavy Montreal presents Vox&Hops episode! Heavy Montreal is Montreal's premier metal promoter. They host one of North America's best Metal Festivals & present countless amazing events during the rest of the year. I am truly honored & extremely excited to have them involved in the podcast. Make sure to check out Vox

Martin Guimond & Philippe Tremblay of Le Saint-Bock & I have a conversation about how they coped with 2020, creating a new brand to avoid confusion, focusing on Non-Alcoholic products as a way to survive, their brewer stories, what 2021 has in store for us, if Beerbucha is the next big thing, if they listen to Metal & their hangover cure. Throughout this interview we were drinking Le Bazaar Brasserie Artisanale's "Wow". This Non-Alcoholic NEIPA poured out with a light veiled haze, radiated pineapple on the nose, it slammed a lightly sweet somewhat tangy finish & it is ultra refreshing. It is quite a unique brew & it is absolutely delicious. It has kind of a Kombucha feel to it. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!! *** Thanks to our friends at Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. for sponsoring this episode! *** E

Addi Tryggvason of Sólstafir & I have a conversation about how he coped with 2020, the birth of his 1st child, a day job for the 1st time in years, becoming Sober, pretending to be Nick Cave on stage, some advice for people who may be struggling, the Icelandic scene, "Endless Twilight of Codependent Love" & doing sound for films. Throughout this interview, Addi enjoyed a cup of Black Coffee & a Lemon Toppur & Matt was drinking Hoplark HopTea's "HopTea - The Green One" which consisted of Sparkling Water, Green Tea & Mosaic Hops!!! This is a Heavy Montreal presents Vox&Hops episode! Heavy Montreal is Montreal's premier metal promoter. They host one of North America's best Metal Festivals & present countless amazing events during the rest of the year. I am truly honored & extremely excited to have them involved in the podcast. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with

Alex Jones & Kyle Beam of Undeath & I have a conversation about how they coped with 2020, the New Old School, the soundtracks of their youths, their 1st shows, their 1st Brews, the Undeath Collabs with Nine Maidens Brewing Company, their Livestream performance last fall, a dream release tour for "Lesions of a Different Kind" & their hangover cure. Throughout this chat Alex was drinking Mortalis Brewing Co.'s "Hydra". This Smoothie Sour was brewed with Blueberries, Key Lime & Sweet Cherries & clocked in with a 7% ABV! Kyle was drinking Three Heads Brewing's "Stiff Arm" Double NEIPA which clocked in with a 8% ABV. & Matt was drinking Kahnawake Brewing Co.'s "White Stone". This Imperial Stout was aged in Wild Turkey Bourbon Barrels. It poured out with a ominous black veil, smashed a boozy sweet bite on the nose, slapped a chocolatey vanilla finish & was dangerously delicious despite its 12% ABV. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk

A conversation about how he coped with 2020, playing a social distanced show, his 1st brew, the soundtrack to his youth, his 1st shows, Necroceros, performing live vs the studio, 30th Anniversary, how he keeps in vocal shape, Asphyx brews & his hangover cure. Throughout this interview Martin was drinking a Grolsch. & Matt was drinking a Hoplark HopTea's "The Really Hoppy One". This sparkling water beverage was brewed with black Tea as well as with Citra & Simcoe Hops. It has no calories, no sugar & no alcohol. It is an excellent substitution if you do not want the alcohol but still crave the Hops! This is a Heavy Montreal presents Vox&Hops episode! Heavy Montreal is Montreal's premier metal promoter. They host one of North America's best Metal Festivals & present countless amazing events during the rest of the year. I am truly honored & extremely excited to have them involved in the podcast. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk h

A conversation about how they coped with 2020, his 1st brews, his brewer story, his vision of HYPE & the use of lactose, their phenomenal sour series, if he is a metalhead, his brewing playlist, breweries & bands he would like to collaborate with & his hangover cure. Throughout this interview we enjoyed Saint-Houblon's "Série Houblonné: West Coast IPA". This ultra crushable West Coast IPA hopped with Columbus, Centennial, Citra & Simcoe Hops was fruity, slightly bitter & ultra crushable. It clocked in with a 6.4% ABV. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!! *** Thanks to our friends at Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. for sponsoring this episode! *** Episode Links: Saint-Houblon: https://www.sainthoublon.com/ Vox&Hops Brewtal Awakening Playlist: Apple Music: https://music.apple.com/ca/playlist/brewtal-awakenings

A conversation about how he coped with 2020, his 1st brews, the soundtrack to his youth, dropping three releases during a pandemic, never taking the easy way out, why he still creates, using art as a cathartic release & his hangover cure. Throughout this interview Aaron was drinking Darkland Brewery 's "Old Earth" the My Dying Bride Lager which clocked in with a 4.5% ABV. & Matt was enjoying Kahnawake Brewing Co. 's "Wizard". This NEIPA poured out with a milky hazy veil, radiated tropical fruits on the nose, slammed a slightly sweet tangy citrus finish & was madly crushable despite its 6.8% ABV! This is a Heavy Montreal presents Vox&Hops episode! Heavy Montreal is Montreal's premier metal promoter. They host one of North America's best Metal Festivals & present countless amazing events during the rest of the year. I am truly honored & extremely excited to have them involved in the podcast. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk him

A conversation about 2020, his 1st brews, the soundtrack to his youth, his 1st shows, The Merciless Concept, the modern NY metal scene, his time in Suffocation, Twitch, his hangover cure & rat fishing with Trey Azagthoth of Morbid Angel. Throughout this interview Kevin was drinking Nightmare Brewing Company's "Colombian Necktie". This Gose was soured on Mangoes with Lulo, Soursop & Colombian lime zest. It clocked in with a 7.2% ABV. & Matt was drinking Third Moon Brewing's "Continuous Blood". This NEIPA was crazy creamy, radiated tropical fruit & was ultra enjoyable. It clocked in with a 6.8% ABV. This episode was recorded live on Kevin's Twitch channel back in late October. Make sure to check out Vox&Hops' Brewtal Awakenings Playlist which has been curated by the Metal Architect Jerry Monk himself on either Spotify or Apple Music. This playlist is packed with all the freshest, sickest & most extreme albums each week!!! *** Thanks to our friends at Heartbeat Hot Sauce Co. for sponsoring this episode! *** Phot